What would you do with $400 night?

[AuntMinnie]

Originally posted by poonchkie
Coming in early November for 6 nights with 2 small children(3 and 6) and gramma and grampa. We have $2500 available for lodging (tax incl). Necessities include 2 separate sleeping areas, fun zero entry pool, and we would prefer not to be isolated (OKW), even though we will have a van. BCV would be ideal, but two adjoining rooms at BC would work also. Any suggestions?

You probablly didn't want to stay off site but the HIFS has a zero entry pool and even with you and dh checking in to one room and the grandparents having their own rooms/suites it would be way less then $400 a night.( it would be about $260 a night for both rooms) IT doen't have to be a Family suite for the grandparents , they have a sweetheart suite too . If you did this you would have enough left over to rent a full size car to drive to WDW if you didn't want to rely on the HIFS bus.

 

[inaminute]

I can understand wanting a zero-entry pool for reasons other than children. Perhaps one of the adults has a disability so a zero-entry pool would make swimming more comfortable for them.

 

[poonchkie]

Thanks, everyone!

Well, it looks like now we will have to wait til November 2004 for our first Disney trip. However, that does give me plenty of time to investigate to find a great deal. Anyone know what the lowest code rate they have seen for BC in November (under 200? ) and when would it be available? Renting points for BCV looks like the best deal for a 2br, but I am hesitant about the whole process. Any feedback or suggestions about renting?

Also, zero entry is not mandatory but preferred. I think I have narrowed down location to the Epcot resorts because of all the attractions and dining options. Even though we will have a vehicle, we plan on eating dinner at Epcot a couple of times and it seems like walking home through the intl gateway (15 min?) would be so much better than schlepping back to the parking lot each time.

I have never stayed on site so I rely on all of you vets to share your experiences; the info here is incredibly helpful. How did everyone manage before the internet?

In summary, I am thinking that unless I bite the bullet and rent the points for BCV, I will probably have to settle for two rooms at Swan/Dolphin (govt emp) unless I get lucky and find a great code for two rooms at BC. If I am way off base or leaving out some options let me know. Thanks again.

 

[inaminute]

Are you (or a member of your family) a Dept. of Defense employee or retired military? You might be able to get discount rates through Shades of Green.